照
shine; photograph; license; take care of; according to
Meanings
13 senses · 60 examplesverb
to shine; to irradiate; to cast light on
Used for natural light, artificial light, or other forms of radiation.
Sunlight shines on the windowsill.
The flashlight shone on the dark corner.
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Moonlight came into my bedroom.
The lights made the whole room bright.
Morning sunlight woke up the sleepy town.
verb
to look in a mirror; to reflect
Can refer to looking in a mirror or seeing an image reflected in a smooth surface like water or glass.
She is looking at her new hairstyle in the mirror.
The lake clearly reflected the willow trees on the bank.
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He checked the rearview mirror to make sure there were no cars behind.
The glass window reflected her figure.
She glanced in the mirror and touched up her lipstick.
verb
to take a photo; to film a movie
Can be used for both still photography and video filming.
This photo turned out great, with very natural colors.
They are taking a family portrait in the suburbs.
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This movie was filmed in Shanghai last year.
She took many landscape photos during her trip.
The photographer took a group photo.
noun
photograph; picture
Short for 照片, often used in fixed phrases.
I keep a small photo in my wallet.
This formal photo was taken by her ten years ago.
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He sent me a travel photo.
The photo album is full of old childhood photos.
Please attach a one-inch bareheaded photo to the application form.
noun
license; permit; official certificate
formalUsed for official documents that allow someone to do a certain activity.
He passed his driving test and finally can drive a car.
You cannot travel abroad without a passport.
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This restaurant had its business license revoked.
Unlicensed street vendors were dispersed by urban management officers.
He is going through the annual inspection procedures for his business license.
verb
to take care of; to look after; to attend to
Often used in fixed compound words like 照料, 照顾.
Please help me look after my luggage.
The neighbor helped take care of the sick elderly person.
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She quit her job to go home and care for her sick child.
Please take care of the guests and offer them some tea.
He asked a friend to look after his pet while he was on a business trip.
verb
to notify; to inform; to give advance notice
formalUsed in formal fixed phrases like 关照, 照会.
Please notify me in advance so I can prepare.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a diplomatic note to foreign embassies in China.
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The boss informed us that we need to work overtime this week.
He notified all partners about the changes to the new policy.
Please inform all meeting attendees that the meeting time has been changed.
verb
to compare; to contrast; to check against a standard
Used for comparing two or more things to find similarities or differences.
Please check this document and confirm the details.
Grade your answers by comparing them to the standard answer key.
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He found the correct route by referring to the map.
Please make this report according to the sample.
Controlled experiments are an important method in scientific research.
verb
to understand; to realize; to be aware
literaryOften used in the fixed phrase 心照不宣.
He knew it well but just didn't say it out loud.
Everyone understood the purpose of this matter, but no one pointed it out.
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I understand what you mean and won't ask any more questions.
He understood the stakes and chose to compromise.
We understood the upcoming plan from his hint.
preposition
towards; facing; in the direction of
Used to indicate the direction or target of an action.
Walk in this direction and you will see the park.
He waved towards the camera.
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Please sit facing the direction I pointed to.
She shouted towards the door, but no one answered.
Turn left and you will reach the subway station.
preposition
according to; in accordance with; following
Used to indicate that an action follows a set standard, rule, or example.
We must act according to the rules and not show favoritism.
According to regulations, employees work eight hours a day.
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He completed this project as planned.
Practice using the method the teacher taught you, and your spoken Chinese will improve quickly.
preposition
in the original form; as per the sample; copy exactly
formalOften used in business or formal communication contexts.
Please forward this email to all customers as is.
Please mail this package exactly as it was received.
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He just repeated what his boss said without having his own opinion.
Please sign the contract based on the previous quotation.
noun
surname Zhao
A common Chinese family name.
Mr. Zhao is a new colleague at our company.
Professor Zhao teaches at Tsinghua University.